Walk the Plank

Arts Council; Pendlebury; On-site; GBP 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading outdoor arts organization is seeking two Emerging Creatives based in Greater Manchester for a part-time position over 6 months. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in various teams, including production and marketing, aimed at developing the next generation of industry professionals. Essential criteria include a strong interest in the arts, effective collaboration skills, and aptitude with Microsoft Office. The role supports constructive training, providing a pathway into the creative industries.

Qualifications

• Interest in working in arts and creative industries.
• Early stages of career in the arts.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and learn from Producers and Production Managers.
• Gain experience with Marketing Department.
• Support from a Project Manager throughout.

Skills

Work in creative industries

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for two Emerging Creatives, based in Greater Manchester, to join our team on a part time basis (3 days a week) for up to 6 months.

Job Description

https://www.walktheplank.co.uk/ - Walk the Plank is one of the UK's leading outdoor arts organisations with a reputation for creating innovative productions and performances which engage artists and communities in a wide range of outdoor settings.

Walk the Plank's track record of making work that engages citizens in public celebration is founded on ambitious creativity that connects with everyone. From fire gardens and site-responsive installations to parades and festivals, the company consistently attracts acclaim and showcases talent. To explore what we do, have a look at our showreel.

THE OPPORTUNITY

You will learn by doing, shadowing others and gain experience working with different teams. For example, you will spend time working with Producers and Production Managers, as well as with our Marketing Department and working on Walk the Plank's projects. You will be supported by a Project Manager throughout your time with us.

WHAT IS AN EMERGING CREATIVE?

Emerging Creatives are people interested in working in the creative industries who are at, or near the beginning of their career in the arts. We are looking to develop the next generation of creative industry professionals, especially candidates who feel they are:

Finding that the way things are set up is making it hard to get training or experience, or a foot in the door. Didn't go to University or didn't complete a University course. Not seeing people like themselves in the sector, or working in TV, film and theatre.

Salary: £7,862.40 part time salary based on a 3-day (24 hours) working week for up to 6 months (full time annual salary equivalent £26,208) to support your employment and training. Paid monthly.

Length of Contract: 6 months

Location: The role will be mainly based in Walk the Plank's office at Cobden Works, 37-41 Cobden Street, Salford, M6 6WF - you will be expected to work in the office. You will also be expected to travel to different event locations.

Job Requirements

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS

Are you:

• Interested in working in the arts, cultural events, and the creative industries?
• In the early stages of a career?
• Able to get on with a variety of people of different ages and from diverse backgrounds?
• Able to work on your own and as part of a team?
• Willing to use Microsoft Office software; Word, PowerPoint, Outlook?

Walk the Plank’s track record of making outdoor arts, festivals and events that engage citizens in public celebration is founded on ambitious creativity that connects with ordinary people. From opening European Capital of Culture celebrations (Liverpool 2008, Turku 2011, Paphos 2017) to immersive installations like BODY (Science Festivals in UK and Ireland 2021 - 2022), from amazing parades to spectacular fire gardens, the company consistently attracts acclaim and showcases talent.